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Old 06-28-2018, 02:14 PM
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Shop recommendations in MD area

I have some aftermarket parts to install that I don't exactly feel comfortable doing myself (cam/injectors/damper/belt/mounts/etc).

I know that after I get this done I will need a tune, which I can either do remote or dyno (preferred).

Would love to hear if there's any places recommended in the MD/DC/VA/DE area that installs customer supplied parts. Tuning done on site is a plus, though if I have to go with a remote tune I'm okay with it as I'm not racing the car and don't need every available hp I can get. Just need the car to run properly with the new parts.

Anyone know a place that does good work at a reasonable price? So far I have inquired at TTFS in Crofton, MD and am waiting on an estimate. Trying to get it all done for less than $2k, if possible.

I apologise if there's already a thread for this. Tried a quick search on mobile and saw nothing.
 
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Old 06-29-2018, 01:22 PM
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Rather have you ask the question than no question at all.

Have you tried the local MINI clubs in your area?
 
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Old 06-29-2018, 05:32 PM
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I'm not really plugged into any of the local Mini things. NAM is all the Mini community I know, really.

I have found a few local BMW shops that also service Minis. Gonna call around to get some estimates. Hopefully that'll yield results.
 
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I can't speak to either of them willing to install customer parts but GT Peace(Chantilly, VA) & PTuning(Manassas, VA and has a Dyno). I've only been to GT Peace and they tend to focus more towards MINIs than PTuning, plus have a couple loner cars.
 
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Old 07-03-2018, 03:22 PM
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Thanks for the tip about PTuning. I'll have to check them out if they could be a one stop shop.
 
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Contact the fun folks at C3M they can steer you in the right direction.

https://www.facebook.com/Central-Mar...-106077863751/

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Old 07-06-2018, 04:54 PM
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Thanks, it might be worth logging onto my FB account for the first time in months to check them out.
 
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I hope this isn't against the rules, but I always want to provide resolutions and information in case people are searching. Frustrating to find questions and no answers.

I posted a follow-up to another thread of mine that was similar, so if you're looking for an answer you can find my experience here: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ns-needed.html
 
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If you're willing to travel to southern PA.

Philly: Helix BMW and MINI

Lancaster: Swedish Motors
 
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